Phils cut ties with Nunez, Barajas

Gillick: Coste is suitable as the backup catcher

1:52 AM,
Oct. 12, 2007

Written by

SCOTT LAUBER
The News Journal

PHILADELPHIA -- A few days ago, general manager Pat Gillick said the Phillies would have until the conclusion of the World Series to decide whether to exercise their $2.5 million option on light-hitting infielder Abraham Nunez's contract.

They didn't need that much time, it turns out.

In an initial offseason roster purge Thursday, the Phillies declined their options on Nunez and catcher Rod Barajas. Nunez received a $300,000 buyout, while Barajas, who would've made $5 million next season, walked away with $500,000. ...